Pregnancy with a shunt

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darcissdMember

Subject: Pregnancy with a shunt Wed Sep 13, 2017 5:47 am

We have recently made the decision to try to have another baby. I have one child, a girl, she is two years old. About 6 months after I had her I developed Intracranial Hypertension and had to have a Vp shunt put in. I am just wondering if any other moms had a similar experience. Did you have to have a C-section? Were you able to have an epidural? Was the pregnancy harder than normal? I am scheduled to see my obgyn tomorrow and I am going to discuss everything with him. I just like to hear from people that have went through it themselves. I also have an elevated heart rate and a few other health issues. I know that my pregnancy will probably be considered high risk. Any advice/information is greatly appreciated. Thanks!!

medmisfitAdmin2

Subject: Re: Pregnancy with a shunt Fri Sep 15, 2017 7:33 pm

I honestly have never had children so I'm not sure, but here's the info provided by the Intracranial Hypertension Research Foundation..

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IH and Pregnancy

Is pregnancy safe for me? What if my symptoms get worse when I’m pregnant? Can I take medication during my pregnancy?Since chronic IH strikes many young women, the issue of pregnancy can be complex. But it’s important to remember that each woman is an individual and her experience is uniquely her own.Some women with chronic IH have uneventful pregnancies. Others have found that their symptoms became worse during their pregnancies, while still others have reported that their symptoms were better.Pregnancy can also be a time when the symptoms of intracranial hypertension first appear. In certain cases, the disorder resolves or goes into remission after delivery. The sudden weight gain that accompanies pregnancy and its subsequent weight loss could be an important clue but more research is needed to determine the exact relationship between pregnancy and chronic intracranial hypertension.Diamox (acetazolamide) is officially classified as a Class-C drug, which means its safety for use during pregnancy has not been established. However, many physicians have reported the use of Diamox to treat IH symptoms after the first 20 weeks of pregnancy. A limited amount of published medical literature suggests that Diamox may be safe even if used earlier, but additional information is needed to answer this question. Surgery is not usually a preferred treatment option because of the use of general anesthesia.Most importantly, if you have chronic IH and are considering pregnancy, speak with your physician or physicians. Most physicians believe pregnancy in IH patients is a manageable situation. With their guidance, you will be able to make the best decision about pregnancy and your health."

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